Genesis 20:1–2 (ESV) — 1 From there Abraham journeyed toward the territory of
the Negeb and lived between Kadesh and Shur; and he sojourned in Gerar. 2 And Abraham said of Sarah his wife, “She is my sister.” And Abimelech
king of Gerar sent and took Sarah.
NOTE: I'm not
exactly sure why Abimelech would want a 90-year old addition to his harem, but
the story is important on a number of accounts. Once again, Abraham acts in
fear. Even worse, the promise is within a year of being fulfilled. Abraham is
acting unfaithfully, but God remains faithful. That statement is a wonderful
reminder for us. We all struggle to live by faith and act in a manner
consistent with the gospel. And even in our failures, God rises up and shows
himself faithful. He does not always intervene. Sometimes He lets us experience
the consequences of our actions, but sometimes He intervenes. It is always for
our best (by His definition), and according to His will (what He wants to
accomplish through our life in this world).
PRAYER: Father, have
mercy on me. I feel as if I fail you often. I want to be the man you choose to
work through in the lives of so many who don't know you. But, I make mistakes
and show fear. Have mercy on me during those times. Thank you that you are faithful
even when I act faithlessly.
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